James T. Brady, Chair Of Hogan's 2014 Campaign And Adviser To Governors, Dies

Brady was 81, the chair of Gov. Hogan Jr.'s 2014 campaign, and former chair of the University System of Maryland Board of Regents.

Tony Award®-Winning Musical, Tootsie, Coming to The Hippodrome

Laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater to perform Nov. 30 through Dec. 5

Caroline County Judge About To Be Arrested For Sexual Exploitation Of A Child Found Dead In Eastern Shore Home

The judge about to be arrested for a federal charge of sexual exploitation of a child apparently shot and killed himself, the report states.

USM Students Are Largely Following Vaccine Mandates, But Some Question Lack Of System-Wide Policies

More than 90 percent of students, faculty and staff at most of Maryland's colleges have complied with COVID-19 vaccine mandates this fall.

Regional Leaders Spotlight Their Forged-By-Fire Partnership

Together only a couple of times in the last 18 months, the report indicates the trio (Bowser, Northam, Hogan) is "tighter than ever."

Citing Diversity Concerns, Hogan Asks Nominating Committee For Education Oversight Board To Reopen Applications

This cites concerns on a lack of diversity in the slate of nominees selected for the Blueprint for Maryland's Future's accountability board.

Eastern Shore Hospital Forced To Delay Some Elective Surgeries

With challenges stretching capacity, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, the Eastern Shore's largest hospital, suspends elective surgeries.

Raskin Endorses Lierman For Comptroller

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) endorsed Del. Brooke E. Lierman (D-Baltimore City) for comptroller Monday.

After N.Y. Special Session On Evictions, Some Wonder If Maryland Should Do The Same

After the U.S. Supreme Court blocked a Biden administration moratorium on evictions, lawmakers in New York convened a special session.

Opinion: Education Reform Can't Wait

The author, a former public school teacher, focuses on the Blueprint law's five major points in education.

Reform Council Recommends Ending Policy Of Automatically Charging Some Youth As Adults

At a heated meeting recently, the Juvenile Justice Reform Council voted to recommend that the legislature abolish this practice.

House Panel On Cannabis Legalization Begins Work Toward An Equitable Industry

A bipartisan panel of Maryland delegates started work toward establishing a racially equitable adult-use recreational marijuana industry.

Transit Coalition: Senators, Thank You. Mode Matters

"Painfully, Baltimore has learned this lesson," the author says.

Experts Point To Lack Of Child Care To Explain COVID-Era Loss Of Women In Maryland Work Force

Maryland saw a net gain of 13,000 men entering the labor force from January 2020 to June 2021, while the number of working women fell.

Hogan Makes Booster Shots Available To Nursing Home Residents, People With Health Issues

Marylanders 65 and over who live in nursing homes and other congregate care facilities became eligible for COVID-19 booster shots this week.

Md. Consumer Advocate Spotlights Utilities' Links To Fossil Fuel Companies And Insurrectionists

At first, it sounded like the typical arcana associated with the regulation of gas and electric utilities.

Anne Arundel Exec Backs Moore For Governor

Wes Moore has picked up a major endorsement in the Democratic gubernatorial primary: Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman (D).

Transportation Projects Dubbed ‘Vital' By Hogan Go Unfunded In Capital Budget Plan

The state Department of Transportation "was quick to push back," the report indicates, after the Transportation Planning Board's vote.

Aide To Del. Wanika Fisher Announces Bid To Replace Her In House

A community liaison for Fisher (D-Prince George's), who's leaving the General Assembly to run for county council, will seek to replace her.

Opinion: Democrats Need To Start Fighting For Voting Rights Or Face Defections In 2022

Republicans are behind "the most aggressive attack on voting rights since the Jim Crow era," the authors, of Allies for Democracy, say.

Frosh: Maryland Joins Opioid Settlements, Could Receive More Than $500 Million

Maryland could receive more than $500 million as part of a settlement with the three largest distributors of opioid medications.

Frosh, Smith In Favor Of Major Juvenile Justice Reform

Attorney General Brian E. Frosh (D) and Md. Senate Judicial Proceedings Chair William C. Smith Jr. (D-Montgomery County) are in support.

U.S. House Budget Reconciliation Package Would Provide Path To Citizenship

U.S. Rep Brown led a recent local Town Hall with Marylanders including DACA members, who discussed the provisions, the report states.

Josh Kurtz: Kittleman's Comeback Attempt Says A Lot About The 2022 Political Environment

Former Howard County Executive Allan H. Kittleman's recent announcement is an indication that county is becoming "increasingly Democratic."

AFSCME: It's Time To Recognize The Sacrifices Of Essential Workers During Pandemic

The author, an AFSCME president, says the Hogan administration and the University System of Maryland ignored "the most basic demands."

Bay States Seek New Federal Funding Initiative For Farm Cleanup

Maryland's Bartenfelder and his counterparts from the Chesapeake Bay states are seeking a sit-down with U.S. Agriculture Secretary Vilsack.

Frank DeFilippo: Internet Shoppers Are Being Ripped Off By A Hidden Charge Disguised As A Tax

There's a sneaky little tax most Maryland consumers don't realize they're paying. Technically, it's not a tax, but it performs like one.

Sen. McCray: A Maryland General Assembly Committed To Empowering Workers

The author says despite Gov. Hogan's vetoes, "we remain intentionally focused" on adopting policies that "improve the lives of Marylanders."

John King Lays Out His Education Platform, Calling Quality Education "Personal"

As the state implements the Blueprint for Maryland's Future education reforms, Democratic gubernatorial candidate King has his own plan.

Maryland Graded ‘D' For Handling COVID-19 In State Prisons, Report Says

Maryland was ranked fifth of 50 states and the federal government for its handling of COVID-19 in its prison system for the pandemic period.

Hogan Taps Getty, Gould To Replace Barbera On Maryland's Highest Court

Hogan Jr. (R) appointed Judge Joseph M. Getty as Chief Judge and Judge Steven B. Gould to represent Montgomery County on the appeals court.

Hate Crimes In Maryland Increased In 2020: FBI

Maryland's hate crimes more than doubled in 2020, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation's statistics recently released.

Bill For Hogan Administration Litigation Over Unemployment Benefits Totals More Than $380,000

Hogan's administration spent more than $380,000 in legal fees attempting to end expanded benefits early in Maryland, an invoice indicates.

It's Map Drawing Time, As The Citizens Redistricting Commission Opens Public Submissions

Marylanders can now submit their own proposals for redistricting to the Maryland Citizens Redistricting Commission, state officials said.

Opinion: The Risks Of Not Passing The For The People Act

The authors, representing progressive groups, work to "stop voter suppression and make it more difficult for billionaires to buy elections."

Nominees To Education Reform Oversight Panel Named

A nominating committee announced 9 nominees to an accountability board tasked with ensuring the success of the Blueprint education reforms.

Sen. Smith: Maryland's Youth Are Ready For Reform

Maryland's system of youth justice is called a "maze" by the author, who adds that incarceration is overused and "young kids" are arrested.

Following AC Meltdown In Baltimore, Hogan Orders School-By-School Audit

Frustrated parents in Baltimore have been forced to retrieve their children from school on short notice due to unbearably hot buildings.

Federal Agency Hits Pause Button On Baltimore-DC Maglev Rail Proposal

A lead federal agency charged with reviewing a proposed high-speed train between Baltimore and Washington, D.C. has “paused” its evaluation.

Facing Primary Challenge Orchestrated By Senator, Jim Gilchrist Opts Out Of 2022 Race

Del. Gilchrist (D-Montgomery), a low-key legislator whose father also served in the General Assembly, has decided not to seek re-election.